How well do they hold up against vigorous washing and abuse? Will they stay odor blocking?
43445
define vigorous. having said that i wear mine daily, normally 2 days in a row and then wash immediately. so far they wear well and have not broken down.
43446
mmm... I am not sure because I only used them in two occasions yet. But I have to say that my last backpacking trip was in really cold weather, and these were the only thick socks I had... so I ended up wearing them non-stop for 4 days, even at night (nasty I know, but so is backpacking). After 3 nights, 4 days, and some 60 miles on them, THEY DIDN'T SMELL! And nor did my feet (but then they never do).Washed and dried them since, and they are still soft and like new.Hope this helps!
43447
OFF THE WALL SUGGESTION: I suffered from foot odor and athletes foot. The major topical antifungals made it worse. I discovered the best "natural" way was Vicks vaporub. The cheapest and best athletes foot cure. SIDE BENEFIT ZERO FOOT ODOR. I mentioned to friends with odor complaints. Now ALL our feet are soft and sweet. Put little on before bed. Then some more before starting your day.
43448
Only had them a couple of weeks. If you wear them with cowboy boots, you may need another pair of ankle socks as they are not as padded as i would like. When you slide your boots off and under whoever's bed, though, your feet will smell like feet. Do they smell like old cotton socks.....not at all. Do they block them odors?.....not sure anything be is blocking of them odors. If you stink, your feet will too. If a shower doesn't help with the whole odor thing, it may be your diet. These are tough and made for not being hot and they do the whole not being hot thing very well. They also stay up over the calf all day long--unless your legs are a bit birdy, i guess. They seem to be the same material as other UA socks i have had for years and still wear today. So, to answer your question, these things smell like candied bacon when you are in a candied bacon store, and like you when you are wearing them. Happy tall socks hunting and ordering and thankful stuff.
1476498
My husband says they have lasted him for years. He says as long as you don't put them in the dryer after you wash them they will last "forever".
1099296
They withstand my heavy sweating while I work out daily. So far, no problem at all after 4 months. Hope this helps.
839610
I wash them and hang them on the line.. they have lasted 4 months. The only problem is the velcro. They must be closed so that the velcro does not wear out or stick to other things in the wash.
348713
I have washed mine several times. If you have a big washer it fits well and is manageable. They do hold up to multiple washings.
1271139
I maybe would wash them once or twice. More than that I don't think they would survive. It's a cheap material, you can tear it with your fingers. On the plus you can just order more they were cheap.
697926
We have been using these for many months, washing almost everyday, and they hold up very well (I use disposable straws instead of washing these plastic ones).
875120
yes - in fact i'm thinking of buying some new ones - I have used them for about 3 yrs and they're getting kind of dirty inside and i'm sure if i wash them - all the labeling will come off. Figure for the price, they've lasted a long time.
25211
I have not washed any yet, but they do seem sturdy enough! I would recommend air-dry based on the material
548610
They have been for me. I don't use them every day, and they do need to be washed by hand, but I'm very happy with them after six months of use. They clean up like a dream.
1762064
I've found them to be very sturdy, sharp and wash well. When the dishwasher is done, I take them out and wipe them dry. They have been awesome!
1612286
I am still using it and I use them about once a week. If you wash them properly and sanitize every now and then they should last a while.
298095
From my experience, they are washer safe on most any cycle. I think it is preferred to let them air dry. They won't be damaged in the dryer, but it could shorten their useable life over time.
1310732
I wash them with the zipper open just so the air flow from the dryer goes through better. I have had them for several months and washed them that way since and they hold up nicely.
1040077
I leave mine soaking in homemade wipes solution, which includes soap, and they hold up just fine. In fact, they even make it through the washing machine on occasion!
715460
So far they are holding up for my 2 dogs (lab/husky mix) and they seem to really like them. they lay on them all the time. I have washed them too, and they held up for that.
1579859
I've used mine for several months now and trust me when I say, we've put them to the test in so many ways. They do not shed, tear, or come apart in any way. We follow the washing instructions exactly and do not put them in the dryer (also no bleach) and they stand up remarkably well. I planned to order more after the current batch wears out, but I'm not sure when that will be since they stand up so very well.